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Energy Division
http://energy.tycoelectronics.com

BPTM
Heat-shrinkable busbar insulation tubing
Voltage class 25 kV
Application Ø 6.5 – 220 mm

Product description
BPTM is a medium wall, heat-shrink-
able tubing which provides insulation
enhancement and protection against
flashover and accidentally induced
discharge. Particularly useful in con-
fined spaces BPTM tubing can be
used on both circular and rectangular
copper or aluminium busbars.
On application of heat the tubing
shrinks snugly over the busbar profile
ensuring that the required minimum
wall thickness is obtained. BPTM
tubing can be installed easily during
large scale production using an oven
or in the field using a gas torch or hot
air. BPTM tubing is manufactured
from a non-halogen based polymer
which has excellent performance in
high voltage environments and greatly
reduces the noxious and corrosive
effects in fire situations.

Applications
The use of BPTM tubing allows equip-
ment designers the freedom to reduce
air spacing between busbars, such
as in the manufacture of switchgear
cabinets where space is at a premium.
BPTM provides flashover protection
up to 25 kV.

Clearance reduction
The table below indicates the clear-
ance reductions which are possible
using BPTM tubing. These are derived
from BIL, AC withstand, DC withstand
and discharge extinction tests. These
clearances should not be adopted
without testing by the user. Sharp Features/benefits
electrodes and unusual geometries • Compatible with all other products in • Suitable for indoor and outdoor use
may require wider clearances. the Raychem MV insulation enhance- • Excellent anti-tracking properties
ment system • Good thermal emissivity and contact
Rated Phase– Phase– IEC 71-2 • Excellent flexibility, can be installed with busbars means no derating is
voltage phase ground air on a wide range of curved or bent required
clearance busbars without cracking or creasing • Flame retardant and non-halogen
(kV) (mm) (mm) (mm) • High shrink ratio reduces inventory based material reduces flammability
Round busbars and simplifies product selection and the toxic and corrosive effects
12 55 65 120 • Exceptional insulation and long term in fire situations
17.5 70 85 160 reliability even at high continuous • Can be stored indefinitely at
operating temperatures temperatures up to 50°C without
24 95 125 220
• Extremely durable, resists damage loss of performance
36 150 205 320 from solvents, ultraviolet light, • Over 20 years of successful operating
Rectangular busbars weathering, mechanical impact and experience
12 65 75 120 general wear and tear
17.5 85 105 160
24 115 150 220
36 200 285 320

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BPTM Heat-shrinkable busbar insulation tubing

Key product specifications Test method Requirement
Thermal endurance IEC 216 105°C min.
Accelerated ageing ISO 188, ASTM D2671 168 hrs @ 120°C
- Tensile strength 10 MPa min.
- Ultimate elongation 300% min.
Comparative tracking index IEC 112, VDE 0303/1 KA 3c
Dielectric strength ASTM D149, IEC 243 180 kV/cm min. @ 2 mm
150 kV/cm min. @ 2.5 mm
120 kV/cm min. @ 3 mm
Low temperature flexibility ASTM D2671 Procedure C No cracking after 4 hrs @ -40°C
Smoke index NES 711 Less than 120
Acid gas generation Raychem PPS 3010 4.23 Less than 1% by weight
Note: For further product specification information see Raychem PPS 3010/04.

Product selection r = min. 0.8 mm

BPTM should normally be used
on the following busbar sizes
L L

T or T D

Product size Rectangular bars, L + T (mm) Round bars, D (mm)

min. max. min. max.
BPTM 15/6 12 18 6.5 12
BPTM 30/12 22 38 13.5 25
BPTM 50/20 36 65 22 43
BPTM 75/30 55 95 33 63
BPTM 100/40 70 130 44 86
BPTM 120/50 90 165 55 105
BPTM 175/70 125 235 80 150
BPTM 205/110 200 276 127 190
BPTM 235/130 235 315 150 220

Ordering information W
w

H h

Ordering Inside diameter (mm) Wall thickness (mm) UOM: m

description H h W w spool
min. max. nom. min. length
BPTM 15/6-A/U 15 6 1.1 1.90 30
BPTM 30/12-A/U 30 12 1.1 2.20 30
BPTM 50/20-A/U 50 20 1.1 2.35 30
BPTM 75/30-A/U 75 30 1.1 2.35 20
BPTM 100/40-A/U 100 40 1.1 2.35 25
BPTM 120/50-A/U 120 50 1.3 2.80 25
BPTM 175/70-A/U 175 70 1.3 2.80 15
BPTM 205/110-A/U 205 110 1.3 2.80 10
BPTM 235/130-A/U 235 130 1.5 3.10 20
Note: Dimensions in mm unless otherwise stated. W, H = as supplied w, h = after free recovery. Maximum longitudinal change
after free recovery: + 5% -10%. Maximum eccentricity (as supplied): 40%, (after free recovery) ≤ 75/30 10% ≥ 100/40 15%. Fit the
larger size of BPTM if two sizes fit the required application.
Installation instructions EPP 0618 5/96 and Material Safety Data Sheet available on request.

Technical reports UVR 8019 – (Rev 1) Qualification report of BPTM tubing

UVR 8016 – Testing of BPTM dust pick-up and comparison of BPTM cleaning techniques
© Tyco Electronics EPP 0608 4/05

UVR 8091 – Production-scale installation of BBIT/BPTM

UVR 8122 – Resistance of BBIT/BPTM to hydrofluoric acid
UVR 8194 – Long term weathering and thermal ageing of BBIT and BPTM tubing

All of the above information, including drawings, illustrations and graphic designs, reflects our present understanding and is to the best of our knowledge and belief correct and reliable.
Users, however, should independently evaluate the suitability of each product for the desired application. Under no circumstances does this constitute an assurance of any particular
quality or performance. Such an assurance is only provided in the context of our product specifications or explicit contractual arrangements. Our liability for these products is set forth
in our standard terms and conditions of sale. ALR, AMP, AXICOM, B&H, BOWTHORPE EMP, DORMAN SMITH, DULMISON, GURO, HELLSTERN, LA PRAIRIE, MORLYNN, RAYCHEM, and
SIMEL are trademarks. CROMPTON is a trademark of Crompton Parkinson Ltd. and is used by Tyco Electronics under licence.

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connectors & fittings, electrical equipment, instruments, lighting controls,
insulators & insulation enhancement and surge arresters.

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